Bill > A04059

This bill requires all public buildings and parks, recreation, and historic preservation sites to establish comprehensive recycling and composting programs. Specifically, the legislation mandates that these facilities install separate bins for recyclable materials (including metal, plastic, glass, and paper) and compostable materials (such as food scraps, tree and brush trimmings, leaves, and other organic waste) alongside existing waste bins. The bins must be clearly designated, and the collected materials must be regularly and properly processed - recyclables must be recycled, and compostable materials must be composted. This requirement applies to both state-owned public buildings and state parks, historic sites, and recreational facilities, aiming to improve waste management and environmental sustainability by ensuring that recyclable and compostable materials are diverted from general waste streams. The bill will go into effect 120 days after becoming law, giving these facilities time to prepare and implement the new waste collection and sorting infrastructure.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A4059